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SHOPPING MALL
& RETAIL DESIGN
The AEC professional’s guide to the design and
construction of shopping malls and retail outlets
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Mall of Africa, Midrand
The South African Council of Shopping Centres issued a
report last year that noted that South Africa had the sixth Architects: MDS Architecture
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most shopping centres in the world. Furthermore, a study
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conducted by MSCI also noted that as of July 2017, the
SA retail development pipeline measured 1.9 million square
metres across 68 centres - the bulk of which is planned for EDITORIAL
completion in this year. EDITOR: Louise Coetzee
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And, of course, new malls mean that existing malls must LAYOUT & DESIGN:
constantly re-invent themselves to remain relevant and Virgil Jacobs, Ruan van Heerden
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A Access Control 62
Acoustics 6
Aluminium 73
Architectural Design 9
B Bathrooms and Sanitaryware 13
C Ceilings 19
Cladding 29
Concrete – Precast 22
D Display 24
Doors 27 ADVERTISERS & CONTRIBUTORS
E Electrical 69
Alclad 25
Entrance Matting 38
Alsysco 33
F Facades 29
ATI – Africa Thermal Insulations 51
Fire Protection and Control 34
Awning Warehouse 59,60
Flooring 37
Belgotex 47
G Gas 69
BI Architects 11
Glass 73
Came BPT 63,68
H HVAC – Heating, Ventilation & Cooling 48
COBA Africa 39
I Insulation 50
Creative Collective 81
Interior Design 10
Decramat 46
Internal Walling and Partitions 52
Flowcrete 44
L Lighting 54
Franke 13,18
M Mall Furniture 56
FS-Systems 66
O Outdoor and Public Areas 56
Gas & Equipment 71
P Parking Systems 62
Geberit IFC,15
Paving 56
Global Roofing Solutions 29,61
Plumbing 69
Gunnebo 65,67
Project Management 10
Kärcher 82
Public Restrooms 14
KOHLER 5,17
R Roofing 58
Maxiflex 75,OBC
S Security 62
MDS Architecture 9,55
Services 69
Nilfisk 79
Shopfitting 24
Norcros 41
Shopfronts 73
Rinnai 71
Signage 24
Saint-Gobain Gyproc 7,21
W Waste Management 69
SE Controls 35
Waterproofing and Protective Treatments 76
Sika 37
X Xtra Touches – for the mall owner 78
Spire 83
Sport & Time Systems 27
Stalcor Facades 29
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Twinstar Precast 22,23
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oupled with its experience centre as pedestrians are linked with access
in strategic planning and roads into Alexandra via street entrances on
brief development, together three sides of the centre. The neighbouring
with facilities planning and stand consists of a taxi parking facility which
refurbishment, BI Architects is in a position also accommodates a number of informal
to partner with clients on an ongoing basis traders.
to address all of their building and property Anchor tenants in the centre include Pick
portfolio needs. Focus areas include office and Pay, McDonalds, KFC, Truworths and Mr
and commercial premises, retail architecture Price. The centre was opened in 2008, with
and mixed-use developments. The Practice a further extension being completed in 2010.
also provides architectural services to The development showcased a partnership
government departments, educational and between the City and private developers as
healthcare facilities and medium to large- it was supported by the Alexandra Renewal
scale residential developments. Project and included extensive engagement
The Pan Africa Shopping Centre in with local informal traders and taxi
Alexandra is quite possibly the country’s first associations and operators.
shopping centre designed to combine a taxi Ketan Patel from BI Architects and
rank and informal traders with upmarket Space Planners was engaged on the initial
shops. Pan Africa Shopping Centre and Taxi development as Project Architect, while
Rank was built along a key route linking GAPP Architects, BI Architects and Space
Sandton and Central Alexandra, on a number Planners were subsequently appointed for the
of stands previously accommodating Putco extension to the centre in 2009.
bus parking facilities.
The retail component is situated on two BI Architects and Space Planners
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level ensuring good foot traffic through the w w w.biasp.co.za
consists of approximately Tel: +27 (0)72 244 6763 neighbourhood shopping centres
12 000 sqm of retail and commercial Email: [email protected] and casino / entertainment and
space in Phase 1 and a commercial Web: www.ilisi.co.za hotel resorts, both in South Africa
and residential component to Phase and abroad.
2 which will begin shortly. Jaco Wasserfall Architects PO Box 651903
Suite 24, Canford Park Incorporated Benmore
53 Anthony Road, Umgeni Park Established by Jaco Wasserfall Gauteng
Durban in 2004, an active member of the 2010
KwaZulu-Natal Namibian Institute of Architects Tel: +27 (0)11 884 7999
4051 and is registered with the Namibian Email: [email protected]
Tel: +27 (0)78 573 9970 Council for Architects and Quantity Web: www.mdsarch.co.za
Email: [email protected] Surveyors. A truly Namibian
Web: www.eminen.co.za firm offering a wide range of P.O.P. Designs
professional expertise and technical POP Designs is a full turnkey service
Facet Architecture resources to its clients. The firm’s to the hospitality and commercial
Established in 2003 in response to business philosophy is aimed at industry. We supply interior
the growing need for environmentally maintaining the full spectrum of design, furniture, shop fitting and
conscious architecture and design management and professional skills project management, catering for
within the South African context. at principal level, supported by the environments of any size from small
Innovation and meticulous attention best technology available and a to large.
to detail are the foundations of the creative staff component.
PO Box 356
Facet team’s architectural design. PO Box 24369 Gallo Manor
Our design skills are tempered with Windhoek, Khomas Sandton
determination to deliver a quality Namibia Gauteng
product within the financial and time 9000 2052
constraints of the client. We strive Tel: +264 (0)61 23 0271 Tel: +27 (0)83 297-3002
to create spaces and environments Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]
which add value and provide a rich Web: www.jwainc.co Web: www.popdesigns.online
quality of life for the end user. We
pride ourselves in the fact that we Lunkisa Archiconstruction & Paragon Group
are entrusted with all of Apple’s Projects Paragon, established in October
retail design needs. Architecture, construction, property 1997, is an internationally-
PO Box 283 development and manufacturing. active design business, based
Fourways 34 Pheta Street in Johannesburg. We deliver
Gauteng Nellmapius Extension commercial architecture,
2055 Pretoria masterplanning, interior design,
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Email: [email protected] 0122 clients in all property sectors, from
Web: www.facetstudio.net Tel: +27 (0)79 295 8818 retail to residential and education.
Email: [email protected] 33 Fricker Road
ILISI Interior Architectural Illovo
Design & Drafting MADG (Matrix Building Johannesburg
ILISI is the culmination of ideas, Design, t/a) Gauteng
passion and dreams represented in Architectural and project 2196
the visual retail industry and tactile management company. Tel: +27 (0)11 482 37810
environment. ILISI is a one of a PO Box 55078 Email: [email protected]
kind concept. Creating your target Midrand Web: www.paragon.co.za
market’s dream space is what ILISI is Gauteng
all about. By making your brand and 1682 Peter Bond & Associates
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life changing experience, ILISI shows Email: [email protected] architectural services which
you how the ideal space can be range from Commercial, Retail,
crafted into a masterpiece for your MDS Architecture Residential and Industrial as well as
clients. Award-winning architectural alterations and additions. We strive
PO Box 1675 practice with an extensive portfolio to showcase the client’s vision but
Rayton spanning commercial buildings, still deliver sensible architecture.
Gauteng mixed use developments, residential Current projects include but are not
1001 developments, regional and limited to service stations for the
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residential homes. Email: [email protected] Web: www.thor.co.za
Office 31 and 32, Kyalami On Web: www.phasetwo.co.za
Main Shopping Centre Vivid Architects
Dytchley Road, Barbeque Downs Thor Project & Design Established award-winning
Kyalami, Midrand Consultants design practice that concentrates
Gauteng Thor Project & Design is a predominately on medium to large
1684 South African company with an scale commercial developments
Tel: +27 (0)11 466 0364 established portfolio of projects both locally and internationally.
Email: [email protected] completed across the continent. We specialise in mall design and
Web: www.peterbond.co.za Services offered: Concept & have won numerous awards for
Technical Designs; Procurement these retail centres. We take great
Phase Two Interiors Analysis, Planning & Management; pride in providing an holistic and
Full turnkey service, from start to Logistics – International & Local; comprehensive professional service
finish. We conceptualise, visualise General & Executive Admin. delivering appropriate and cost
and materialise. With over 20 years & Communication; Contract effective architectural solutions
in the industry, we have successfully Management; Production / within the strict parameters of
opened over 100 stores for our Production Management; client brief, economic realities,
clients, nationally. We fulfill all Roll-out Management; Site / programme and budget. We
tenant requirements to meet the Installation Management; Brand are committed to BBBEE and are
mall/centre mandates. Our clients & Identity Management; Product currently a level 4 contributor with
include Swarovski, Lindt and Eye Q Development; Quality Assurance; 110% procurement recognition.
Optometrists. We have offices in Project Administration & PO Box 16237
both Cape Town and Johannesburg Documentation; Health & Safety. Vlaeberg
and service major centres Corner William Nicol Drive and Cape Town
nationally. Leslie Avenue Western Cape
PO Box 16435 Block B, Little Fourways Office Park 8000
Vlaeburg Fourways Tel: +27 (0)21 426 1500
Cape Town Gauteng Email: [email protected]
Western Cape 2191 Web: www.vividarchitects.co.za
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Geberit team believe that a touchless water, while they offer actuator plates in touchless
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from a sanitary and hygiene perspective. Geberit The latest wall-mount taps from Geberit are
sees touchless use in the public sector growing vandal-resistant, with the electronics and valves
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strongest trends in public bathroom design. Geberit urinals have all the controls hidden at
A sad reality is that another prominent trend the bottom of the urinal unit. These ‘plug and play’
impacting public bathroom design is the growth of control units make it very easy for maintenance to
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ranke offers an extensive range of
sanitaryware and bathroom accessories to
suit public ablutions of various applications.
Sanitaryware products include WC pans,
urinals and wash basins. Franke commercial
washroom accessories include both manual and
There was not a negative word spoken about
the architecture and design of the mall and
many regarded it as high end.
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automatic soap dispensers, foam dispensers, paper
towel & toilet paper dispensers, waste and sanitary
bins, hand dryers, grab rails, soap racks, towel rails, security reasons, Franke stainless steel mirrors are
mirrors and taps in various styles. also a good choice versus typical glass mirrors
When working with the architect, Renatta which are easy to break.
Govender, Business Development Manager for Complementing Franke’s accessories, are its self-
KZN, most commonly recommends the Franke closing pillar taps which are designed to improve
Stratos Designer Range of accessories for high hygiene and decrease water consumption. In a
end shopping centre ablutions. This range is a choice of styles, these taps offer a much more
popular choice with its unique arched design and modern design than similar taps in their price range,
sophisticated look. As important, the Stratos range and have a reputation for the highest of quality in
has InoxPlus Technology � a nanotechnology the inner working mechanisms.
process surface treatment which visibly reduces
fingerprints and makes these accessories
exceptionally maintenance friendly � something very
important to the developer of a mall.
Vandalism and theft are often big factors to
consider in public ablutions and so architects may
choose stainless steel products which are very
robust and therefore vandal resistant. The Stratos
range of accessories is manufactured from high
grade 1.5mm gauge stainless steel making them
particularly resistant to damage or denting. For
Alclad Shopfitting
Another important range of products to Africa’s premier provider of complete shop-fitting
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With 20 years of experience in the precast increases daily. These polymer products have no
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there was a gap in the precast market for custom open manholes, as well as the financial implication
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volumes, and the time to design and build moulds storm water gratings. These components can be
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TOWER CL CKS
enhance your shopping centres
T
raditional clock faces, referred to as provide that added dimension.
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part in time information on many is possible. From ultra-modern, to more traditional,
buildings. Not only do they do the obvious the elements of your clock dial and hands can
but, done properly, they will enhance and add to express a very wide aesthetic range.
your building façade.
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building’s architecture and appearance. At Sport from BODET, were the first company to supply
and Time Systems, they customise the clock to intelligent tower clock systems, whereby the clock
your requirements and aesthetic needs, thus movement is connected directly to the GPS antenna.
incorporating it into the style of Thus a totally accurate clock system, with no manual
the building to setup or time correction, is created. In the event of
power failure, the clock will reset to the correct time
automatically.
The company can offer tower clock movements
with a dial diameter of 0,5 to 7m.
most appropriate security solution and safety technology solutions, PO Box 40620
for the various areas of the GEZE has been inspiring and Redhill
buildings that are robust, safe and influencing building professionals KwaZulu-Natal
offer a long service life. with innovative design, precision 4071
176 Progress Road, Technikon engineering and exquisite systems Tel: +27 (0)31 563 7307
Roodepoort … keeping professionals at the Email: [email protected]
Gauteng forefront of developments. At GEZE, Web: www.pelican.co.za
1724 we care about your solutions and
Tel: +27 (0)11 761 5000 continues to ensure that our product Rene Turck & Associates
Email: [email protected] and services are trusted around Design, manufacture and install
Web: www.assaabloy.co.za the world – offering a one-stop aluminium and glass solutions which
consultancy approach with access can accommodate a vast variety of
to experts from concept through to store front needs. Utilising profiles
implementation, be it on or off-site.
that are exclusive to RTA, we can
PO Box 7934 provide a customised end result
Came Bpt South Africa Halfway House which is achieved by being able
SA branch of the CAME Group, a Gauteng to manufacture fixed glass panes,
world leader specialising in the 1685 folding doors, sliding doors and
design and manufacture of access Tel: +27 (0)11 315 8286 French doors, which can be fitted
control equipment. We are a leading Email: with automatic closing systems and
supplier of a wide range of systems [email protected] sliding doors, manually operated or
and solutions: Intercom Systems, Web: www.geze.co.za fitted with mechanisms for sensor
Domestic and Industrial Gate and
activated operating. RTA is SABS,
Door Automation, Traffic Barriers,
SAGGA, AAAMSA and Proudly SA
Turnstiles, Access Control, CCTV
accredited.
and Parking management solutions.
Founded in 1968 with 40 people. 6 Estee Ackerman Street
Headquarters in Johannesburg and Maxiflex Jet Park
branches are in Cape Town, Durban Maxiflex offers you the entrance Boksburg
and Pretoria. systems you need for your business. Gauteng
Since opening our doors in 1990 1462
Unit 6, Touchdown Industrial Park
to manufacture, supply and install Tel: +27 (0)11 571-7400
24 Ridge Road, Bartlett Ext. 114
Maxiflex PVC strip curtains and Email: [email protected]
Boksburg
impact doors, Maxiflex rapidly Web: www.reneturck.co.za
Gauteng
1459 expanded its product and service
Tel: +27 (0)11 616 3222 footprint. Today the company SE Controls
Email: [email protected] has cornered the market in the SE Controls is South Africa’s only
Web: www.came.com provision of a wide range of specialist, manufacturer and
world-class quality door and supplier in window automation
loading dock solutions. Maxiflex providing smoke ventilation and
Coroma Garage Doors
holds sole distribution rights in natural ventilation solutions. Due
Garage and industrial doors | Laser
the Sub-Saharan region for ASSA to the large areas within a mall
cutting | Steel work and special build
ABLOY Entrance Systems’ range and the high volumes of people,
8/24 Data Crescent
of automated door and docking effective smoke ventilation is
30 Goldreef Office Park
solutions as well as for Stackdoor® essential. The smoke ventilation
Ormonde, Johannesburg
security grilles. Stackdoor® is the system at Johannesburg’s Mall
Gauteng
ideal security solution. of the South Shopping Centre is
2001
14a Foreman Street, Spartan Ext 7 a perfect example where they
Tel: +27 (0)11 496 3049
Kempton Park are using SE Controls’ window
Email: [email protected]
Gauteng automation, vents and control panel
Web: www.coroma.co.za
1619 solutions to ensure it operates
Tel: +27 (0)11 392 1709 perfectly in the event of a fire,
Email: [email protected] allowing smoke-free escape routes
Web: www.maxiflex.co.za to be maintained for shoppers and
staff.
Pelican Systems 96 Marine Drive
Geze: Bewegung mit system Pelican Systems aim to provide a Durban
Made in Germany quality for over comprehensive range of products KwaZulu-Natal
150 years. designed for the ceiling and partition 4052
As the leading global provider industry. We supply acoustic doors Tel: +27 (0)31 466 1857
of top-class door closing, & aluminium doors as well as an Email: [email protected]
ironmongery, window, facade access flooring system. Web: www.secontrols.com
&
shopping mall
FACADES CLADDING
The exterior of a shopping mall is always important. It’s the first thing the visitor sees
before setting foot in the mall and is usually visible from kilometres away. The facade
is the face and personality of your shopping mall or centre. And, of course, the facade
provides a number of essential properties.
T
he character of any facade will complete elements (called infill walling) that have effectively
your design vision and generate energy. replaced more traditional blockwork.
Rhythm and flow will be expressed by Other types of facade materials may be
panel shapes, cladding and design attached to light steel walling, such as insulated
profiles. Materials such as steel, aluminium, Cor-Ten, render, large boards and metallic panels. A wide
and glass – all of which stand the test of time - variety of facade treatments and shapes may be
will always be available. The extensive variety of created using light steel wall, including large ribbon
materials, together with the various colours they are windows, curved and inclined walls, with projections
available in, add visual quality and interest, all with such as solar shading or balconies often included.
the power of expression. Facade materials may be mixed to enhance the
Facade systems comprise the structural elements aesthetics of the building. It is also possible to pre-
that provide lateral and vertical resistance to fabricate light steel wall panels with their cladding
wind and other actions, and the building envelope pre-attached.
elements that provide the weather resistance and In multi-storey buildings, unitised curtain walling
thermal, acoustic and fire resisting properties. systems have been developed that are attached
The type of facade system that is used depends to the floors or edge beams of the primary steel
on the type and scale of the building and on structure. Steel and glass is also widely used
local planning requirements that may affect the in facade and roofing systems, and the local
building’s appearance in relation to its neighbours. attachments are in the form of stainless steel
For example, brickwork is often specified as the brackets.
external facade material, but the modern way of
constructing the inner leaf consists of
light steel wall
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Other interfaces that affect the design of the facade
include the attachment of brickwork to steel edge beams,
the design of projecting balconies, solar shading and
attachments of parapets.
Profiled sheeting with all its different flutes, and
having been around since 1954, is most certainly the
most effective source of cladding. There will always
be an affordable space for this in the industry.
Factors impacting
facade choice
The building facade has a significant impact on
Photo supplied by Stalcor Facades
the environmental and economic performance of
buildings and projects.
The specification of their elements at the early
design phase depends on numerous technical, Global Roofing Solution’s (GRS) pierced
environmental and economic factors and involves fixed range consists of several popular purpose
several stakeholders. The procurement and delivery design profiles, including the tranquil Victorian style
of the facade work package from the early design Corrugated 10.5 and inverted box rib shapes,
phase, through detailed design and manufacture, IBR 686 & 890, Nu-Rib 762 and BR7. These
to installation is a process with several inherent well-established designs offer optimum strength,
risk factors due to the involved cost, technical and mass and load-span characteristics compared to
engineering complexities and its position on the alternative profiles and still remain the most cost
critical path in all projects. effective solution.
The complexity of specification at the early design Fitting these profiles on a building with the
phases is exacerbated by factors such as the broad flute out allows one to achieve fixing on the
inadequate technical knowledge of stakeholders Light Steel Frame (LSF) or girt section without any
involved in the decision making process, the non- movement. Renowned Brownbuilt™, established
involvement of building facade consultants, the late in 1964, with its narrow thin flutes is still used
involvement of specialist facade subcontractors as a facade option. This classic and well-known
and, in a few cases, by some commercial exclusivity concealed fix sheeting system is available upon
agreements that restrict specification decisions. request and also for site-rolling in neighbouring
Aesthetic appearance is very important but what countries (subject to minimum order quantities).
is the most economical and affordable will be the Some of the biggest advantages of these profiles
final product and outcome on any design. are the options of colour availability and the choice
Stalcor Facades points out that versatility, of an affordable profile meeting your requirements.
longevity (i.e. colour retention and fade), and The coatings exhibit excellent formability and
propensity to corrosion are all factors that architects elasticity to facilitate roll profiling and bending
will take into account when selecting materials for a operations without damage to the paint coating
building’s facade. appearance required.
Alubond aluminium composite cladding, available As Stalcor warns, another aspect that is often
from Stalcor, is such an aesthetically versatile overlooked is what products are suitable in the
material that just about anything can be done when event of a fire and this must be taken into account
using it, such as curving, bending, colour matching, when specifying. Stalcor’s Alubond aluminium
specialised design perforations, backlighting and composite cladding has two types of internationally
more. certified fire rated panels, namely Euroclass B (or
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FR-B1) and FR-A2. The low percentage of mineral portfolio greening strategy in order to reap the
core in an FR-B2, just 15%, means that this can full financial benefits relating to all aspects which
hardly be classified as a fire rated panel when on impact on the environment. These include categories
a facade. With Alubond FR-A2, however, along with such as water management, recycling of materials,
the right substrate system, a 3 hour fire rating can materials used when refurbishing a building, and
be achieved. active awareness management, among others. More
and more these role players are looking to their
property managers to provide them with a one-stop
How have trends for in solution involving not only energy management,
STALCOR FACADES
+27 (0) 11 871 6900
www.stalcor.co.za/co
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FACADES AND CLADDING
Aluplan Architectural to the exterior finish of painting) cladding and building accessories
Aluminium which is achieved by a mere suitable for residential, commercial
Specialises in the design and regular washing, ability to reduce and industrial applications.
manufacture of aluminium windows water absorption into the building, PO Box 8644
and doors, shopfronts, curtainwalls, providing resistance to pollution Johannesburg
skylights, louvres and almost and increasing the mechanical Gauteng
any other kind of architectural strength of a structure. Aluminium, 2000
aluminium products. steel and timber. Tel: +27 (0)11 439 4400
7 Timberlane, Retreat 8/24 Data Crescent Email: [email protected]
Cape Town 30 Goldreef Office Park Web: www.everite.co.za
Western Cape Ormonde, Johannesburg
7945 Gauteng Global Roofing Solutions
Tel: +27 (0)21 713 3763 2001 GRS’s sustained success is
Email: [email protected] Tel: +27 (0)11 496 3049 based on its proven product
Web: www.aluplan.co.za Email: [email protected] range, combined with a service
Web: www.coroma.co.za commitment to deliver the
exceptional. Quality products,
Danpal including leading brands Klip-Tite™;
For 50 years, our state-of-the-art Klip-Lok 700™; Brownbuilt™; Zip-Tek
systems have helped architects and Nu-Rib 762, are supplied for
to transform light (both natural projects ranging from low-cost
and artificial) into a powerful and housing through to multimillion rand
Alsysco
versatile tool, for architectural shopping centre developments.
Innovative aluminium systems
creations that are internally and GRS also manufactures composite
development and distribution
externally radiant. Our vision steel floor decking (permanent
company primarily focused
guides everything we do. We aim to shuttering) profiles, Bond-Dek,
on equipping our fabricators
become the leading manufacturer Bond-Lok and QC Flooring as well
with cutting edge products and
and distributor of innovative as metal roof tiles. GRS’s expanding
business solutions that set them footprint includes fully equipped
and complete light architecture
apart in the industries they serve. manufacturing operations in major
systems for the building envelope.
Alsysco provides the following centres across South Africa, along
Danpal’s unique, tailor-made
services and products to its with established facilities in five
daylighting solutions provide
fabricator network; our industry- architects with an endless source other African countries.
leading range of unique Alsysco of creative possibilities and the Corner Barlow & Quality Roads
Systems that we have developed highest standards of quality. Isando
in recent years. An impressive Our solutions meet the most Gauteng
track record in developing custom stringent requirements in terms of 1600
extrusions for a wide range of design, comfort, engineering and Tel: +27 (0)11 898 2900
industries. aesthetics, together with energy Email: [email protected]
Unit 6, Gillits Industrial Park efficiency, helping conserve the Web: www.globalroofs.co.za
31 Gillits Road world’s natural resources.
Westmead 86 6th Street Isowall
KwaZulu-Natal Linden The PIZ Cladding System has been
3608 Randburg designed for cladding and will
Tel: +27 (0)31 701 1725 Gauteng improve the thermal characteristics
Email: [email protected] 2194 of any type of building. The PIZ
Web: www.alsysco.com Email: [email protected] cladding system consists of panels
Tel: +27 (0)61 465 5676 in square or rectangular shape
Coroma Garage Doors Web: www.danpal.com composed of a GRC skin (glass
Coroclad Commercial – External reinforced cement) bonded to a
cladding scores in a number of Everite Neopor polystyrene insulation
ways – including its protection Manufacturers of Nutec-cement board.
against weather elements, relatively building products including roofing, 326 Derdepoort Road
lower maintenance (as compared roofing trims, ceilings, vertical Pretoria
C
urtain walls often act as an aesthetically
pleasing feature or facade of a building.
Aluminium curtain walls allow for the
maximum penetration of natural light
within a building, providing for a pleasant internal
environment.
Most commercial properties utilise this feature
and retail spaces are noting this along with other
important benefits, most especially the design
flexibility, enhanced thermal insulation and the
improved weatherproofing characteristics. Curtain Balfour Mall in Johannesburg
walls are carefully designed to manage air and
water infiltration. Alsysco Curtain Wall Systems have
been used at national malls seeking the above curtain wall systems.
benefits, namely Menlyn Maine in Pretoria, Balfour Alsysco take pride in the ability to work with
Mall in Johannesburg and both Gateway Shopping Architects to develop sustainable and economical
Centre and Galleria Mall in Durban. facades for both commercial and retail projects.
Curtain walls are available in both pressure
and flush glazed variants. Alsysco also ALSYSCO
provide facade-shading solutions which are +27 (0)31 701 1725
designed to seamlessly www.alsysco.com
integrate into its
J
aguar Land Rover Constantiaberg, which
is part of SMG network, and William
needs of individual buildings to
ensure that the prime objective of
protecting life can be achieved.
“
Simpson’s new Jeep, Fiat and Alfa Romeo
dealership are both major motor retail
groups in South Africa and their new two-storey
premises were designed by architects Reynolds to open the high-level automatic window vents.
& Associates, together with Smuts and Boyes Two SE Controls automatic door openers are also
Architects, to provide state-of-the-art showrooms installed on a double door, which is used to provide
and service facilities. inlet air in the event of a fire.
As fire safety is a vital part of the design, In normal operation, the doors use mag-lock to
specialist consultants and fire engineers Sparq provide security when the dealership is closed, but
Consulting, were appointed to provide all consulting these are de-activated using key switches during
services on HVAC and fire engineering to both business hours and re-activated at night. When the
dealership projects to ensure the systems met the smoke vent system is triggered, they are released
relevant construction and safety requirements. allowing them to open automatically. Six SHEVTEC
SE Controls Africa was specified by Sparq to control panels and OSLink cards control the
provide the range of actuators and control solutions operation of the AOVs and doors, while a manual
for the smoke control systems used at both JLR control point is also installed as an over-ride for use
Constantiaberg and William Simpson. by fire service personnel.
Although the smoke control system operating At William Simpson, the system uses 20 SECO
principles are the same for both dealerships, each Ni 24 40 twin and 3 SECO Ni 24 40 single chain
required tailored solutions due to the individual actuators together with six automatic double door
building design and layout in relation to access openers and mag-locks, which are installed on the
doors, escape routes and automatic opening vents building’s three double access doors.
(AOV).
At JLR Constantiaberg, the system uses 30 SECO SE CONTROLS
Ni 24 40 twin chain actuators and 9 SECO Ni 24 40 +27 (0)31 466 1857
single chain actuators, all with 600mm stroke length www.secontrols.com/en-za
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Fire protection and control
T
he Square, a shopping centre in sand and synthetic polymers. SikaCeram-200
Ladysmith, has just opened and Porcelain tile adhesive is easily mixed with
represents the largest tile adhesive water to produce a smooth, thixotropic, tile
project for Sika SA to date, covering adhesive for thin or thick-bed application.
a total of 11 880m² of floor and wall tile area In addition to the interior finishes, the
of the mall. Sika recently launched a brand project also required waterproofing of the
new tile adhesive range, including a porcelain outside walkways and entrance. Cemflex
adhesive product which was ideal for this (250lt), an acrylic based emulsion was
particular project. the simple solution, chosen for its ease of
SikaCeram-200 Porcelain was the tile application and efficacy. It improves the
adhesive used for all floor tiles throughout water resistance and adhesion of Portland
the mall, as well as the walls in the cement based composites. It is watertight
passages leading to the bathroom areas. and has good abrasion resistance, ideal for
SikaCeram-200 Porcelain is a single the general wear and tear caused by foot
component, pre-packed tile adhesive mortar, traffic.
combining cement with selected grades of For minor patch repairs incorporated into
the screed mix, Sika Latex® was the product
chosen and is a synthetic rubber emulsion.
The product is suitable for use in tropical
and hot climatic conditions. It is known to
have extremely good adhesion, reduced
shrinkage, greater flexibility and excellent
water resistance.
Sikaflex®PRO 3i is a one part, moisture
curing, elastic joint sealant that was used
for the expansion joints of the floor in the
interior section of the mall. This multipurpose
floor joint sealant is suitable for movement
and connection joints in floors, joints in
contact with potable water and indoor and
outdoor applications for pedestrian and
traffic areas.
S
pecifying products that are fit for In terms of colour, although black is a growing
purpose is key. For tiled floors, this trend, darker tiles are not advised for high traffic
means selecting a tile that is well suited areas as the colour tends to wear more than lighter
to high traffic and cleaning frequency, colours, shortening the aesthetic longevity of the
with superior strength and scratch resistance, floor.
conforming to a PEI 4 or 5. Consideration should A trend to watch is combining glossy and matt
be given to wearability and if the finish is fit for finishes to create interest or to use matt tiles with
purpose in terms of the installation area, i.e. a textured finish. Coming out of Europe, the look is
covered or exterior, wet areas such as bathrooms, semi-polished but with an R-10 rating, making them
or back of house. Floor tiles are given an anti-slip or suitable for use in uncovered, outdoor areas.
slip-resistance rating, shown as ‘R’ value (ramp test). The terrazzo look is evergreen, either as tiles or
This ‘R’ value ranges from R9, which has a small as customised decorative flooring systems which are
degree of slip resistance, right up to R13, which installed in-situ, then ground and polished to expose
is the highest slip resistance. A higher R-rating is the coloured aggregates.
required for sloped walkways, access ramps, and In terms of installation, a growing trend is to tile
exterior areas that are exposed to the elements. over the existing tiles. This type of project is cost-
Clients are generally concerned with having a effective as there is no removal of rubble, less mess
good aesthetic appeal which is long-lasting and at and is a faster installation overall. A tile-over-tile
a good price. Additional concerns are centred on installation is therefore ideal for trading concerns.
ease of maintenance, cleaning requirements and It must be noted that the existing floors need to be
acoustics. in good condition and firmly bonded to the surface,
Tiles remain a popular choice as they are and careful attention must be paid to doorways and
extremely durable and available in a variety of interfaces with other floor coverings.
colours and patterns. Using products that are loyal to one another, from
a single source, ensures that the flooring system
is compatible across all levels for best results. TAL
provides a 10-year warranty on projects that have
used their multi-level systems of fully compatible
products, subject to some conditions relating to
specification and workmanship.
NORCROS
+27 (0)11 206 9700
www.norcros.co.za
Stone Fusion for commercial and industrial body and clay wall and floor tiles as
All natural stone products are applications are available. well as bathroom accessories. The
either locally sourced or imported, Private Bag X4 natural stone division, specialises
and include the highest quality Olifantsfontein in all forms of natural materials in
sandstone, limestone, slate, 1665 tile and slab form, from sandstone,
marble and quartz for both Gauteng slate, marble, granite, limestone,
indoor and outdoor wall and Tel: +27 (0)800 002 783 quartzite and onyx amongst others.
floor applications. Our qualified Email: [email protected] Finally, the founder company is
project personnel are able to Web: www.tileafrica.co.za a manufacturer of a range of
cater to full turnkey concept cementitious tiles and pavers, wall
design, presentation and sale coatings, wall plasters, pebbles and
Transit Floor Coverings
and installation of our products coloured stone and a supplier of
Manufacturer of Transit PVC raised
including full scope project white and grey cement.
studded non-static floor tiles and
management. matching stair treads, as well as Private Bag X3038
No. 56 Third Road Stair Trim which can be fitted to the Bedfordview
De Deur edges of stairs, whether they are on Gauteng
Gauteng the inside, against a wall or on the 2008
1884 open side of the stair. Flooring for Tel: +27 (0)11 663 2000
Tel: +27 (0)71 586 9577 commercial, industrial, laboratory Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected] as well as domestic applications. Web: www.uniontiles.co.za
Web: www.stonefusion.info PO Box 8298
Johannesburg
TAL Gauteng
TAL has been a trusted 1406
manufacturer and supplier Tel: +27 (0)86 187 2674
of quality materials to the Email: [email protected]
construction industry for more Web: www.transittiles.com Van Dyck Floors
than 40 years. Their trusted range Stocks and distributes a
of products are manufactured Traviata Flooring Systems comprehensive range of stick
to stringent standards of quality Privately owned company with over down LVTs, Rococo and Rococo
and performance. With tiling, 15 years’ experience in the flooring Wide Plank as well as Verso Click,
waterproofing and underlayment industry. During that time we have a vinyl collection that offers a
systems, as well as bespoke built up strong partnerships with superior locking system. Van Dyck
solutions for customised floor a number of the world’s leading are also the exclusive distributor
and wall installations, TAL is there flooring product manufacturers. of Athena Woven Vinyl Tiles, an
for you at every level, creating Those close links and our bulk innovative woven PVC construction
beautiful spaces from concept to purchasing power mean we can producing versatile flooring
completion. offer great value for money to our suitable for heavy commercial
Private Bag X4 customers. We also take care to applications. We are also the sole
Olifantsfontein ensure that all our products are as distributor in South Africa and the
Gauteng environmentally friendly as possible. SADC region of PERGO, the world’s
1665 Products include: Tru-Wood XL with leading manufacturer of premium
Tel: +27 (0)860 000 TAL (825) Atroguard technology; Rigidcore laminates, commercial LVT/P’s and
Email: [email protected] Vinyl; Laminate Flooring. engineered wood products. Thanks
Web: www.tal.co.za Unit 5, Route 24 to an exclusive partnership with
Herman Street, Meadowdale Easigrass, the company also offers
Tile Africa Edenvale a comprehensive range of Artificial
The Tile Africa Commercial team 1614 Grass products suitable for
of architectural specifiers offer Gauteng landscape and sport applications.
building industry professionals Tel: +27 (0)11 453 0296 2096 Prince Mcwayizeni Drive (Old
peace of mind on their project, Email: [email protected] South Coast Road)
through efficient and consistent Web: www.traviata.co.za Reunion
supply of quality products Durban
and services. A wide range of Union Tiles KwaZulu-Natal
local and imported ceramic Multi-faceted wall and floor tile 4133
and porcelain tiles, bathroom corporation. The ceramic division, Tel: +27 (0)31 913 3800
ware and associated products, retails and wholesales in a wide Email: [email protected]
as well as specialist products range of ceramic, porcelain, hard Web: www.vandyckfloors.co.za
V
an Dyck Floors focuses on comfort, treatment consisting of minute particles of aluminium
style, feel and colour - all important oxide which are encapsulated in an advanced UV
factors in retail store design where the coating. It is applied to the surface of all Rococo LVT
customer needs to be enticed to buy or products and provides a superior protection against
to relax, and where floors play a large part in the scratches, scuffing and stains. AO9 is a very hard
image that the store wishes to portray. Van Dyck material which registers just below diamonds on
has a number of products suitable for the retail the official MOH Scale. AO9 helps to maintain the
store design environment. appearance of LVT and results in low maintenance
Selected due to its durability and modern outlook, requirements and costs, as well as less downtime for
Rococo in Golden Sand was installed at the Milady’s cleaning in commercial environments.
store in Gateway Shopping Mall. The product was Rococo comes in a plank form, and is offered in a
installed throughout the shop, in display areas as range of stylish colours and designs. It is suitable for
well as in the fitting rooms. commercial and residential installations.
Rococo has AO9 which is a superior surface
Barcode Earth is one of Van Dyck’s Easigrass artificial grass was installed
heavy commercial carpets. This very stylish, at the Stoneridge Centre in Edenvale at
contemporary, linear-patterned carpet the Papachinos for the kiddie’s playground
is suitable for a variety of commercial area. Easigrass artificial grass is safe for
applications. In an installation done at everyone including children and pets, which
Heroldt Furnishers and Appliances in makes it the best choice for installing in
Hermanus, the customer used Barcode and areas where children play. Artificial grass
selected the colour Cedarberg. This product looks and feels almost as real and beautiful
was used throughout the shop. Barcode is as natural grass and can be fitted in any
suitable for high traffic areas because of its space, both indoors and outdoors.
durability.
Available in these
textures and colours
C
lients are looking to create an The second is the new “Tru-Wood” range. This is
appropriate mood for their stores. 12mm thick large format AC5 laminate. Engineered
An outdoor goods store would use to perfection this product looks, feels and sounds
something rustic, a fashion store like genuine timber but has none of the drawbacks
something more radical, while franchised clothing or of solid or engineered wood. It is very highly
food stores something repeatable and recognisable. scratch-resistant, waterproof, can be used in wet
However, it is important that the product should areas and can be wet washed or steam cleaned
be “fit for use” in the intended area. You can, for without any fear of swelling or warping. This
example, use the exact same pattern for the main product is ideal for high end restaurants where it will
entrance way and for the quiet jewellery shop in the look completely authentic but can totally withstand
corner. Designers need to know about the different the daily scraping of chairs and tables and handle
surface and wear characteristic of floors. And any spillages.
obviously, ease of cleaning and cost of maintenance One of the key benefits that “rigid core” boards
is also key. bring to the table when doing refurbishments or
Hugh Krog of Traviata Flooring Systems points out installing new tenants is that these can be installed
that technology has changed what is available for with no noise, no mess, no adhesive smells and no
use in these type of environments. It is no longer inconvenience to neighbouring businesses. They can
the case that concrete and tiles are the only options also be installed over any firm surface – even over
from a wear and tear perspective. The advent of existing tiles. Installation is quick and simple and
Luxury Vinyl technology, either in interlocking or any store can be changed, literally overnight, and
glued down options, means you can get any look be back in business the next morning. No loss of
you require. This can be traditional timber, stone turnover or rent!!
and masonry, solid colour, and even patterned
TRAVIATA FLOORING SYSTEMS
flooring such as herringbone, basket weave, etc.
+27 (0)11 453 0296
Traviata currently has two types of flooring that
www.traviata.co.za
are well proven for use in retail environments.
The first falls into the category of “Rigid Core”
LVT. Ranges such as the “Firm Fit” and “IsoCore”
are ideal for in store use. These are warm and
quiet under foot, easy to clean and available in
a large variety of patterns. Users of this type of
flooring include Milady’s, Soviet, Drimac, Steers, FNB,
Standard Bank, Mercantile Bank, Spitz, Kurt Geiger,
Ocean Basket and many more recognisable brands.
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ntrance mats to shopping malls must be
effective, removing dust and absorbing
moisture. Dust must be removed due to
the grit and fine debris people carry in
on the soles of their shoes, all of which causes
fine abrasions on that expensive flooring, while
What else should specifiers take into
moisture on glossy tiles can cause slips and injury
claims. The function of entrance mats is to keep the
account when selecting entrance
shopping mall flooring looking pristine and ensuring floor matting for shopping malls?
a reasonable lifespan for the flooring.
• The anticipated traffic volume
• The average stride of an average person
So what should specifiers be looking • The average amount of footfalls needed to ensure
for in shopping mall entrance dirt is cleaned off and moisture is absorbed. This
mats? There are a number of non- will affect the width of the mat required.
negotiables. The mats must be: • Realistically consider how many pairs of feet you
expect 1 square metre of matting to handle? And
• Static. A static mat will attract the dirt how many sets of trolley wheels?
mechanically and is known as an active mat
(i.e. it actively sucks in the dirt)
• Absorbent. The mat must be able to absorb
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Be aware too that there are internal and external mat that is guaranteed for four years but has an
entrance mats and that an internal mat will not indefinite lifespan if well maintained. Installed at
cope with the rigours that an external mat can cope Gateway Theatre of Shopping in KwaZulu-Natal, the
with. Shopping mall entrances require both. mats have coped with over 300 million pairs of feet
Maintenance is also crucial. An entrance mat must and trolleys over the past 17 years. After 18 years of
be regularly vacuumed and cleaned in order to continuous use, Canal Walk, which installed Mat-Lok
operate effectively and optimally. reversible entrance matting, has only just replaced
Decramat’s Mat-Lok Aluguard is an entrance some of its entrance mats.
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FLOORING
SOLUTIONS
for heavy-traffic
commercial spaces
B
elgotex design, manufacture and deliver Hartford is available in 4m vinyl sheets, with an
quality floors that endure the speed of overall thickness of 2.25mm.
life. The company’s commercial portfolio Penninsula is a contemporary, innovative, nature-
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areas. Made from 100% virgin PVC that contain no
Hartford is the perfect vinyl floorcovering impurities or recycled content, the Penninsula LVT
choice for a range of busy, modern commercial has been made in wider planks of 1500mm x
environments. Inspired by the natural aesthetic 230mm, providing more floor coverage per plank.
appeal of wood, Hartford comes in nine different The Cast, Forces and Mod Design Collections are
and trendy colourways that range from light and Belgotex’s carpet product offerings best suited for
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resistant, with a soft durable finish. It is a convenient and Exposed. Each design comprises six colourways
and practical flooring solution that enhances the ranging from dark and edgy hues to lighter
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floor design combined with exceptional durability. Forces is an extensive collection with three
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HVAC – HEATING,
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Email: [email protected]
Web: www.daikin.co.za
thus meaning they are licensed SE Controls valid heating solution for the
gas technicians for domestic, South Africa’s only specialist, residential, commercial and
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Geze SA
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GEZE is one of the world’s leading
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erndale on Republic, previously known
as the Brightwater Commons and the
We wanted to retain some of the nostalgia
Randburg Waterfront before that, was
initially created as a city waterfront
development – a romantic notion in Johannesburg
in the 1980s. The waterfront element was removed
of a waterfront, as well as the greenery and
landscaping. For this reason, greenery
was used as a design ethos.
“
when it underwent a renovation and became
the Brightwater Commons, which introduced
landscaping and parks to the development, as well Republic Road and Hans Strydom, with a quieter
as a flea market. entrance via Cross Street into the neighbouring
The Moolman Group has been instrumental Ferndale. “We are trying to create a convenient,
in developing the new scheme, starting with the neighbourhood shopping centre providing a
refurbishment of the existing cinemas into Kagiso safe, family destination with feature lighting and
Media’s new Urban Brew Studios. This project pedestrian walkways, with creepers and living green
then served as a catalyst for the upgrading of the walls. The large parking lot will be broken up by
existing buildings as well as the addition of a new red brick paving and landscaped vertical screens,
27 000 m2 shopping mall. MDS Architecture was serving as a strong axial link,” he says. Pedestrians
approached by the Moolman Group and asked have much greater prominence and further design
to invigorate the development and rebrand it as measures are being taken to soften the area.
Ferndale on Republic. The new additions increase Large trees from the existing Brightwater
the total GLA to about 42 000 m2. Commons will be relocated to the main entrances to
Sean Pearce, a partner at MDS Architecture, says create strong focal points and connect to the past
that while some parts of the existing building will be development.
retained, others will be demolished to allow for more The development will feature ‘green lungs’ around
efficient parking and to link it with the new enclosed the perimeter where people can relax and enjoy a
mall. Landscaping will be a key design principle to safe shopping environment.
soften the design and help integrate the old with the The interior will also include a lot of greenery
new. to soften the spaces. Lighting and signage, floor
Randburg is experiencing rapid development. tiling and paving will all contribute to a completely
Ferndale on Republic has good access from both different experience.
MDS Architecture
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www.mdsarch.co.za
Unsurpassed style,
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A
wning Warehouse’s you to underutilise this premium
new range of space.
retractable awnings For commercial installations,
are an optimal you will be surprised at how
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your exterior areas by creating system will pay for itself. No
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ampus Square is a convenience centre Another challenge that arose was that the
situated on the corner of Kingsway designed steel members weren’t always available
and University Road, Melville. Anchor when they were needed, which delayed the
tenants include Pick ‘n Pay, Woolworths construction process. To overcome this challenge
and a new Dischem, while the restaurant offering and meet the deadline, a similar sized element was
includes an upgraded Dros, RoccoMamas, enlarged then identified and specified for the project.
Wimpy and a new Nandos. The Centre offers food, A further challenge was dispensing of water off
shopping, and convenience all under one roof and the existing roof which had a large number of steps
it is loyally frequented by students of the nearby and angles, together with a new roof which was
University of Johannesburg. higher. A large concrete gutter was then created
The centre was recently extended and the brief to between the two roofs, which in turn was used to
the architect was to create a very lightweight steel support the steel structure.
roof, with sidelights facing south to avoid heat gain. The roof is undoubtedly an innovative aspect of
A curved aspect was required on the sidelights to the project. The roof was designed according to
create a unique appearance. the minimum requirements as specified by the code,
The extension of Campus Square was envisaged which resulted in a very light weight roof. Klip Lok
in steel from the start. Structural steel trusses 700 by Global Roofing Solutions was specified for
(consisting of angles) at an average depth of 1m the 8 000m2 roof.
were used to span between 12 – 25m. I-beams were Fortnightly meetings were held where the
used where the roof span was less than 12m. professional team and contractor would discuss
When tying into an existing building, there are issues, progress and the program to ensure the
usually unforeseen challenges that arise. With project ran smoothly. The end result is a successful
the extension of Campus Square, the existing extension of a widely popular convenience centre in
building dimensions were not exact and the on-site Johannesburg.
dimensions weren’t measured prior to fabrication,
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Pretoria
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Tel: +27 (0)12 803 6051
Email: [email protected]
Gunnebo Africa Maxiflex
Gunnebo is a global leader Web: www.mutual.co.za
Stackdoor® is the ideal security
providing security equipment solution for retail and shopping malls
and systems with an integrated as it is a completely unique and Trellidor
approach covering design, innovative certified security door that Trellidor manufactures customised
manufacture and installation combines robustness, high safety security barriers for the residential,
combining a customised specifications, efficiency, visibility commercial and industrial markets
maintenance and service package. and optimum security in a neat, at an ISO audited factory in Durban.
Unit 7, Grand Prix Park compact and flexible package. We supply our products to end-
Cnr Van Riebeeck and 14a Foreman Street users through a wide network of
Silverstone Street Spartan Ext 7 franchises.
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Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] 4051
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Mutual Safe & Security Group Web: www.trellidor.co.za
Manufacturers and exporters of
a wide range of burglar and fire Turnstar Systems
resistant safes, which is SABS and Products manufactured by Turnstar
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n many parts of the world, central banks This is hurting retailers for a number of
and retail banks have been pulling back reasons:
from operational activities within the • There is a high risk of cash differences
cash cycle. • Cash-counting errors are hard and
This is no different in South Africa with the time-consuming to track
Central Bank implementing criteria that tend • There is a high level of staff and
to push these operational services further managerial involvement
along the cash cycle. • The risk of internal theft and in-store
More and more cash is being recirculated robbery is greater
away from banks and often in increasingly
smaller cycles, such as inside an individual
store. This has led to retailers having to
dedicate more time, resources and money to
HOW TO MAKE CASH
managing cash.
MANAGEMENT MORE EFFICIENT
The Zone @ Rosebank is an integrated mixed-use development in Rosebank, Johannesburg. Consisting of five
buildings with two levels of retail space, a hotel and a 2-storey office tower complex, it is well established as a
shopping, dining and nightlife destination for a broad cross-section of people.
I
n 2015 The Zone @ Rosebank embarked on a Centre Management needed to ensure that
R500 million revamp project and FS-Systems their patrons and staff were protected by the
was contracted to upgrade their Electronic best and latest Security and Life Safety Systems.
Security and Life Safety System and install a Ageing infrastructure in some areas needed to be
new High Definition IP Surveillance System, a SANS upgraded to ensure compliance to the new Fire and
10139 compliant Fire Detection System, as well as Life Safety Standards and Regulations.
SANS 7240 Emergency Voice Evacuation Systems.
FS�SYSTEMS
+27 (0)21 685 1111 • www.fs-systems.co.za
Safety and security system upgrade for The Zone @ Rosebank.indd 1 2018/10/23 17:09
FA 2931_Gunnebo Cash Manage (168x238mm).indd 1 2018/09/19 11:46 AM
Global PARKING SOLUTIONS
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Think about the evolution of parking systems, their efficiency and return on investment.
C
ame Parkare South Africa provides programs and promotions
a wide range of future ready • Advanced Vehicle Guidance System using
solutions to consolidate or improve video cameras, ultrasonic and magnetic
revenue generation in your car ground sensors
park: Bar code and magnetic stripe tickets, • Pre-booking solutions and integrated
licence plate recognition, payment through payments and validation services
credit/debit cards, smart phones with NFC, • Flexible QR codes used for tickets and
pre-paid vouchers and on-line payments. vouchers, read from paper or smartphone
Together with the ROI of the system, it screens
is also important to make the customer
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maximise repeat visits. by the powerful Lince central management
This is why there are other advanced software which provides a large number of
solutions available, such as: statistical analyses and can be integrated
with third party applications. Multiple sites
• Online discount validation system and can be managed with personalised vertical
cross selling opportunities solutions.
• “Ticketless” solutions such as: The system operates with easy
• using a credit card to enter, pay maintenance operations and low energy
and exit consumption, thanks to the advanced design
• using LPR as a virtual ticket of the whole system.
• “Find My Car” solution The experience of a dedicated Parking
• Paying by plate at the Automatic Payment System manufacturer since 1980 which
Station (LPR required) has thousands of on-street and off-street
• Manage advertising at the various units installations around the world, is now
to promote special offers, events or new available in South Africa complemented by
information about the centre competent technical support
• Validation of tickets linked to loyalty and after sales service.
Rinnai Tankless water heaters heat water directly without the use of a storage tank. When a hot water tap is
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storage tank to fill up with enough hot water.
C
ontinuous flow water heating technology the use of additional equipment such as heat
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and boast modulation ranges from water being heated from the water heater itself.
59.5kW to 2.4kW, creating significant Rinnai’s Tankless Rack System™ is designed to
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With the Rinnai Gas Tankless Rack System, you assembled system. The TRS includes preassembled
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The TRS (Tankless Rack system) - an and the Tankless Rack System provides the ability to
instantaneous system - installs in place of an old- link multiple units together, giving redundancy and
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with portable water it offers complete flexibility will start up based on the configuration of the
of design for any water heating purpose without multi system control board. Once the flow rate is
Hillaldam Sliding Door Systems one-stop consultancy approach Rene Turck & Associates
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RTA is SABS, SAGGA, AAAMSA and
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influencing building professionals flexible package.
Spider Mini Cranes
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engineering and exquisite systems Spartan Ext 7 We hire Spider mini crawler cranes
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KwaZulu-Natal
3880
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Email: [email protected]
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Van Acht
Glass printing and glazing.
148 Industrial Road, Kya Sands
Ext 3
Randburg
Gauteng
2163
Tel: +27 (0)11 708 2488
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.vanacht.co.za
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axiflex is proud to introduce downwards closing applications without requiring
Stackdoor®, a completely unique additional support beams. Available in unlimited
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design which requires no lock, provides a break-in only product on the market to be officially RC2/RC3
delay of up to 15 minutes. certified (EN1627) and is compliant to security level 4
Stackdoor® is specifically designed for restricted and 5 standards.
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axis but rather stacks neatly and compactly upright, coated colours as well as in stainless steel and
it takes up very little head room and eliminates the carries a 5-year warranty.
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W
ith competition for a share of affect their perception of a retail environment. Not
consumers’ wallets becoming surprisingly, unclean washrooms and unpleasant
ever fiercer, retailers and retail odours rate higher than poor customer service
property owners are going all in turning consumers away. While it may seem
out to attract shoppers. This has become crucial obvious, this key insight could prove to be the
to their survival in an environment where consumer difference between a shopping centre or retail store
confidence and spending are hampered by a outperforming nearby competition.
lacklustre economy. Corder notes that in many instances, investing
“Retail property owners have taken bold steps to in suitable cleaning equipment does not garner
grow the foot traffic they need to remain viable,” enough attention. “Purchasing cleaning products is
says Emma Corder, country manager for Nilfisk often seen as a grudge purchase and whilst many
South Africa. “Large capital expenditure projects retailers aim to bolster their cleaning resources there
like regional mega malls and refurbishments can win are also those who invest very little or choose only
them only so much room to manoeuvre. Thereafter, to do so at certain times of the year, e.g. just before
shoppers have to be encouraged to keep returning an audit is due.
by creating an experience that appeals to them. “Overall, the investment in cleaning products
“It should come as no surprise that substantially is inconsistent and the staff is often left using
more than 90% of shoppers say they expect these products that are not part of the original cleaning
spaces to be clean and well-kept. This represents specification. For a supplier, it’s important to offer
clear, low-hanging fruit that the retail sector can a consistent standard especially when servicing a
grab to remain relevant.” chain of the same stores,” says Corder.
Nilfisk is a leading global provider of professional Corder points out that throughout the years of
cleaning products and services across many supplying the retail industry, Nilfisk has gained
industry sectors, including retail. in-depth insight into the challenges that both the
International studies show that as many as 99% supplier and customer face.
of shoppers say poor cleanliness would negatively
NILFISK
+27 (0)11 801 4600
www. nilfisk.com/en-za
more than 30 years of experience olfactory experience for our Spider Mini Cranes
in the South African cleaning clients and their customers and (B&B Group)
industry. Nilfisk was founded on make shopping centres, retail We hire Spider mini crawler
a vision of producing and selling stores, restaurants, coffee shops, cranes for glass lifting and also
industrial cleaning products of the food courts and entertainment specialise in getting into confined
highest quality worldwide. We are venues smell wonderful. State of places, as well as having the
a company primarily focused on the art scent diffusion systems desired point loading to be able
the commercial cleaning market, effectively scent areas with to operate on a concrete roof
including institutional and industrial the finest quality fragrances, when a second floor is being
customers. Our clients range thereby creating a welcoming added. We have also assisted in
from hospitals to government environment and resulting in moving escalators and installing
institutions, schools to professional improved client perceptions and new ones. Our Mini Cranes come
contract cleaners, and everything greater customer loyalty. Scent in a variety of sizes as no project
in between. Solutions also has extensive is too small or too large for the
Kimbult Office Park expertise in successfully Spider Mini Crane.
9 Zeiss Road overcoming malodours in 55 Knutzen Street
Laser Park challenging areas such as public Empangeni
Honeydew bathrooms. Umhlatuze
Gauteng 58 Winslow Road KwaZulu-Natal
2040 Glenhazel 3880
Tel: +27 (0)11 801 4600 Johannesburg Tel: +27 (0)82 570 5781
Web: www.industroclean.co.za Gauteng Email: [email protected]
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Scent Solutions Tel: +27 (0)11 786 3910
Leaders in scenting retail spaces, Email: [email protected]
Scent Solutions create the ultimate Web: www.scentsolutions.co.za
SatinCrete is a decorative, trowel-on plaster finish and was used to highlight these beautiful
arches at The Rock Diner, Kyalami. SatinCrete is 3mm thick and available in 13 different colours.
Cemcrete +27 (0)11 474 2415
I
n 2015 Creative Collective began to focus class event for the centre (and
exclusively on Shopping Centre Marketing, with all commercial targets) were
the aim of becoming the country’s leading met with great success. Creative
supplier of events, promotions and brand Collective’s exceptional attention-
activations. to-detail made sure that visitors
Creative Collective played an integral role in the were delighted with the innovative structures and
Menlyn Redevelopment Campaign (2013 - 2016) creative application of the LEGO® brand.
with its strong focus on the customer experience. In February 2018, Creative Collective celebrated
Founder Maia Jordan explains that the company’s ten years of extraordinary growth across South
job was to make shoppers feel at home in the newly Africa, on the back of the company’s vision of
refurbished centre. “Our campaigns included the “creating and implementing stand-out events and
Grocery Avenue launch, featuring JSomething and activations, packed with visionary elements that
Suzelle DIY (Gold Footprint), and the Christmas in captivate audiences and make clients and their
Paris Campaign – with a pop-up Patisserie and brands look awesome.”
Concierge Staff,” she says. The company’s involvement in a multitude of
Among 2015’s highlights, the Nelson Mandela projects includes shopping centre, festive and
Square Relaunch saw Creative Collective delivering Easter campaigns, event staff procurement,
a 360º service, from conception to execution. design, bespoke fabrications, rentals, and strategic
The Westgate Super Regional Shopping Centre marketing campaigns.
Redevelopment Campaign, including Westgate’s
rebranding, was handled by Creative Collective. CREATIVE COLLECTIVE
The relaunch went on to win two Gold Footprint +27 (0)12 666 8823
Awards for the #WestgateCares Campaign (Digital www.creativecollective.co.za
Marketing Category) and the Walk a Mile in her
Shoes (Community Relations Category) campaign.
In 2017 Creative Collective conceptualised and
executed the biggest LEGO® event ever seen locally
at Sandton City. The goals of creating a world-
With the WVP 10, Kärcher has developed a new The window vac can be used with one hand.
window vac to meet the requirements of An advantage is the relatively low machine
commercial operators. The machine is a weight of 750g – similar to a tablet PC.
practical addition for manual cleaning of, for The on/off switch on the outside of the
example, glass doors, mirrors, smooth tables, handle can be operated conveniently
windows and tiles. With the WVP 10, dirty with the thumb. The 200ml dirty water tank
water remaining on surfaces after cleaning is designed for both horizontal and vertical
is vacuumed away – streak-free and use without dripping. After use, it is
without residues. This machine is used simply removed from the machine and
by building service contractors, in washed with clear water or cleaned
shops, public facilities, hotels and in a dishwasher.
restaurants or at petrol stations. The battery run time with one
charge is about 30 minutes, which
is sufficient for an area of about
110m². An LED display above the
on/off switch shows the remaining
energy reserve. The battery can
be changed for long periods of
use with minimum or only short
interruptions.
KÄRCHER
Tel: +27 (0)11 657 7300
www.kaercher.com/za/
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